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Henry Pollock injury: Lions number 8 withdraws from starting XV
Ruck
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July 5, 2025
Henry Pollock injury. There’s a late adjustment to this Lions XV ahead of this mornings match, with the number 8 ruled out as a precaution due to a tight calf. In his absence, Scott Cummings is drafted into the second row, prompting a reshuffle in...
Scottish Rugby tests on Premier Sports
Advanced Television
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July 10, 2025
Scottish rugby fans can watch full live coverage of Scotland’s two remaining tests on their summer Pacific tour on Premier Sports – with a big fixture against Fiji in the early hours on July 12th (Premier Sports 2 from 3.55am UK – repeated at...
10 July 2025, 6:00PM
Samoa Observer
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"The real ‘marriage’ was when they stood together to bring down the budget," said caretaker Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata’afa while dismissing speculation of any political alliance or “marriage” between the Samoa Uniting Party (SUP) and the...
Will Jordan Scores 2 Tries, All Blacks Avoid Massive Upset vs. France
FloRugby - Texas
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July 5, 2025
Will Jordan, who was named a top 10 rugby player in the world this month by FloRugby, scored two tries and had a third try reversed late in the second half as New Zealand avoided a season-opening loss against France in Dunedin, New Zealand, 33-27....
Proud to sing anthem
ODT TV
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July 11, 2025
A Dunedin choir member was proud to sing New Zealand’s national anthem on a global stage after winning a top award. The New Zealand Youth Choir was awarded the Grand Prix of Nations at the European Choir Games in Aarhus, Denmark, last Sunday....
Young scoops top award in Palau
The Fiji Times
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July 11, 2025
TEAM Fiji’s track queen Heleina Young scooped the Outstanding Female Athlete award at the 2025 Pacific Mini Games which concluded in Koror, Palau on Wednesday evening. The former Queensland Reds winger won three gold and two silver medals both in...
Whanganui netball: Kaierau’s strong finish secures win over Pirates in Premier 1 netball
Whanganui Chronicle
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July 16, 2025
By Parekura Cribb Whanganui Chronicle· 16 Jul, 2025 05:00 PM3 mins to read Subscribe to listen Access to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe now Save Share Share this article Copy Link Email...
Triple delight for teams
The Fiji Times
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July 11, 2025
THE Fiji men’s and women’s basketball teams created history in Palau on Wednesday after winning gold at the FIBA3x3 Youth Nations League – Oceania. The gold medal finish means that both teams have booked their tickets to the 2025 FIBA 3×3 under-23...
Faamanatu le 249 Tausaga talu ona Tutoatasi Amerika
Samoa Global News
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July 11, 2025
Tusia: Pesetā Tusiga Taofiga, Gvt Press. O le po o le Aso Tofi 10 Iulai, na fa’amanatuina ai i Samoa nei, le aulia manuia e le Malo Tele o Amerika o le 249 o lona Tuto’atasi talu mai le tausaga 1776. E le gata i lea, ae ua fa’amanatuina ai fo’i ma...
Scotland focused on ‘bigger picture’ with Fiji match key to world ranking
The Fiji Times
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July 10, 2025
Head coach Gregor Townsend admits Scotland have one eye on the “bigger picture” going into Saturday’s match against Fiji in their Pacific Tour. Townsend has stressed the importance of the fixture, as well as the following game against Samoa as...
From mesmerising to tragic: Doco filmmaker’s epic nine-year journey to get her film made
TP+
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July 11, 2025
Photo: Before the Moon Falls / Facebook Gladys Hartson | Senior Journalist Hawaii-based Independent film maker Kimberlee Bassford decided she wanted to make a film about outspoken Samoan poet, writer and activist Sia Figiel soon after she met her...
ExclusiveLebanon considers plan to disarm Hezbollah after Western guarantees
The National News
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Lebanon has received western guarantees that Israel will withdraw from its territory and commit to a ceasefire, a Lebanese political source told The National. In exchange Lebanon is expected to enter a "new phase” in which its army becomes the...
All Blacks vs France Score, Live Updates | International Rugby News
FloRugby - Texas
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July 5, 2025
The New Zealand All Blacks and France Rugby will open their 2025 test campaigns on July 5 at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:05 a.m. ET, with live coverage in the United States available on FloRugby and the FloSports...
Court Directs Timeframe for Election Nomination Challenges
Talamua
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July 11, 2025
By Lagi Keresoma/ Apia, Samoa – 11 July 2025: His Honour the Chief Justice, Satiu Simativa Perese today issued directives for the timeframe for voters and the Electoral Commissioner and for legal challenges against election candidates’...
Simon Scores An Explosive Hat-trick As Vanuatu Power Past Tonga In Group B Opener
Scoop
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The striker scored twice in the first half and saved her best for last, a 53rd minute long range effort that will take some beating to not be the goal of the tournament. Jean Robert Yelou’s side had struggled in recent OFC tournaments, and they...
PACER Plus Delivers Over $89,000 In Farming Equipment To Boost Agriculture Sector
Scoop
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Friday, 4 July 2025, 12:56 pm Press Release: PACER Plus Samoan farmers received a major boost today with the official handover of more than WST$89,000 (AU$50,000) worth of farming and processing equipment to the Samoa Farmers Association (SFA),...
King Charles receives 'harrowing' news about his health
The News International
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Since ascending to the throne on September 8, 2022, King Charles III's health has been a subject of concern, marked by a cancer diagnosis that has added a layer of complexity to his reign. Despite the challenges, the 76-year-old monarch has shown...
'Great quality' Keter garden storage which is 'very easy to build'
Derby Telegraph
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July 11, 2025
Dry, sunny days are ideal for tackling tasks in the garden - particularly in the morning and evening when temperatures are cooler. It's a good opportunity to tidy, clean and rejuvenate outdoor spaces so they're ready to be enjoyed throughout the...
10 July 2025, 6:10PM
Samoa Observer
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The Human Rights Protection Party (HRPP) leader Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi has demanded proof of insurance for the new ferry Aurora V, which is scheduled to arrive in Samoa this September. (Photo: Junior S. Ami) The Human Rights Protection Party...
UTOS declares SAT$10.95m dividend
Talamua
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July 10, 2025
Apia, Samoa – 11 July 2025 – The Unit Trust of Samoa (UTOS) has announced a dividend payment of 08 sene per unit to its unitholders for the financial year ending 30″June 2025. The annual dividend distribution is a testament to the Trust’s...